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The HCA Healthcare Foundation just donated $40,000 to help cancer patients and their families access free housing during treatment in Charleston. This gift supports the American Cancer Society Hope Lodge's mission to ease the financial burden of cancer care.
Volunteers in Charleston are tackling litter this Saturday as part of a nationwide push to collect 25 billion pieces of trash by July 4. The two-hour event protects local waterways and wildlife while celebrating America's 250th birthday.
Thirty volunteers in Charleston turn tiny seeds into stunning flower displays across the city's parks, saving thousands of dollars while finding joy in every bloom. The greenhouse program has been quietly transforming public spaces since 2000.
The UAE is creating a hub to channel over $1 trillion in global philanthropy toward innovation, as wealthy donors shift from traditional charity to funding research that solves global problems. Gulf private giving alone reaches $210 billion annually, increasingly flowing toward education, healthcare, and climate solutions.
Patrick Martin, an English teacher at Charleston County School of the Arts, just received the district's highest honor. He was chosen from over 80 outstanding educators for his ability to help young artists find their voices.
Jessica Pegula dominated the WTA Charleston Open final to defend her title, securing her second tournament victory of 2025. The New York tennis star needed just 82 minutes to claim her 11th career title in a convincing straight-sets win.
Two family foundations in Poland are building a culture of giving after decades of communist rule made wealth building impossible. Their scholarship programs have already helped over 1,000 young people access top education.
American tennis star Jessica Pegula battled through her fourth consecutive three-set match to reach the WTA Charleston Open final, staying on track to defend her title. The world number five embraced the challenging path with humor and determination.
The CNN founder who revolutionized news also transformed how billionaires give back, pledging $1 billion to the United Nations in 1997. His legacy through the UN Foundation continues strengthening global health, peace, and environmental protection today.
Reagan Kolberg turned down medicine to connect generous donors with local nonprofits that need them most. At just 25, she's helping shape the future of South Dakota's fastest-growing city.
After eight years trapped in trafficking, one woman's recovery is now helping others recognize the warning signs and find hope. Her story and the resources she connects victims to are creating pathways to freedom across South Carolina.
After a decade of abuse starting at age 17, Brenna Lawrence rebuilt her life and now volunteers to help other women find their way out. Her message is simple: getting out is possible, and there's hope on the other side.
A West Virginia cancer center is bringing survivors, families, and caregivers together through monthly gatherings designed to celebrate life beyond treatment. The "Thrivers Night Out" series offers everything from painting nights to fashion shows, creating a support network that extends far beyond hospital walls.
Former Charleston basketball player Dalton Bolon will attempt to break the Guinness World Record for most three-pointers in 24 hours to fund his best friend's cancer treatment. The same friend who rebounded for him every day in college now faces stage 4 colon cancer.
Former College of Charleston basketball player Dalton Bolon is attempting to break the Guinness World Record for most three-pointers made in 24 hours. Every shot he takes will raise money for his friend battling cancer. #
Nashville indie-rock artist Tommy "Nordista" Freeze is attempting to break a world record by performing in all 50 states in just 30 days. The high-energy performer will drive a rented Nissan Rogue across America, with Charleston among his stops.
A couple who owns two Chick-fil-A franchises created a scholarship that helps graduate students juggle work, family, and education. Since 2020, the fund has supported students returning to school despite life's challenges.
MacKenzie Scott gave away $7.2 billion in 2025 without fanfare, often catching recipients completely off guard. Her discreet approach to philanthropy is reshaping how billionaires think about giving.
A faith-based giving campaign just proved maternal health can mobilize massive support when communities see it as urgent. Every Pregnancy coalition raised $91 million during Ramadan 2026, shifting how religious philanthropy prioritizes saving mothers' lives.
Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has donated over $1 billion to historically Black colleges, but her trust-based, no-strings-attached giving style kept her off a major philanthropy ranking. Her approach is transforming how schools like Howard, Spelman, and Morgan State can plan their futures.
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